Golf & Fishing in the Scottish Borders

Enjoy golf and fishing in the Scottish Borders during your stay, with practical information for guests based near Melrose, Gattonside, Kelso and Peebles. From local golf courses to fishing options on rivers and lochs, this guide helps guests staying in our holiday cottages plan outdoor days in the Borders.

⛳ Golf 🎣 Fishing

Plan your stay

Browse our holiday cottages in the Scottish Borders, check availability, explore local attractions or contact us to book direct.

Icons: ⛳ Golf · 🎣 Fishing · 📄 Permit/booking · 🐟 River · 🏞️ Stillwater
Fishing on rivers in particular is tightly managed: advise guests to obtain the correct permissions/permits and check seasonal rules.

Golf

The Roxburghe Golf Course (Kelso area)

⛳ · Near Kelso

📄 Book tee time ahead (peak periods) Parking: On-site parking

Premium course option close to Kelso. Recommend booking tee times in advance during weekends and peak season.

Melrose Golf Club

⛳ · Melrose

📄 Check visitor tee times Parking: On-site / nearby parking

Great local course for guests staying around Melrose and Gattonside. Ideal for a half‑day round.

Innerleithen Golf Club (Peebles area)

⛳ · Near Peebles

📄 Check visitor availability Parking: On-site parking

Good option for guests based around Peebles. Worth combining with a town café stop afterwards.

Local options & visitor golf

⛳ · Across the Borders

📄 Most clubs offer visitor tee times Parking: Varies

There are several smaller clubs within an easy drive. If guests tell you their location and handicap, you can point them to the best fit.

Fishing

River Tweed (salmon & trout)

🎣 🐟 · Near Melrose / Gattonside

📄 Permits required (beat/day tickets) Parking: Varies by access point

World-famous river fishing. Access and rules vary by beat and season.

River Teviot (Kelso area)

🎣 🐟 · Kelso & surrounding area

📄 Permits required (check local beats) Parking: Varies

Popular river for trout/salmon fishing. As with the Tweed, permits and access are managed by specific beats.

Stillwater / trout fisheries (regional)

🎣 🏞️ · Short drive (varies)

📄 Day tickets usually available Parking: Usually on-site

Good option for guests wanting a simpler “turn up and fish” day. Often easier for beginners and families.

Practical fishing notes for guests

🎣 📄 · Important

📄 Always obtain the correct permit Parking: Respect gates/land access

Advise guests to check season dates, method restrictions and catch-and-release rules. Some waters require proof of permissions on request.